Description
Indulge in these delectable Banana Mochi Rolls, a delightful Asian-inspired dessert that combines the chewy texture of mochi with the sweet flavor of ripe bananas and toasted coconut. These gluten-free treats are perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth!
Ingredients
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For the Mochi:
- 1 cup glutinous rice flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- ¾ cup coconut milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- pinch of salt
Additional Ingredients:
- 1 ripe banana (sliced into 8 pieces)
- ½ cup sweetened shredded coconut (toasted)
- cornstarch or potato starch (for dusting)
Instructions
- Prepare the Mochi: In a microwave-safe bowl, whisk together the glutinous rice flour, sugar, coconut milk, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth. Microwave on high for 2 minutes, stir, then microwave for another 1–2 minutes until thick and translucent. Let it cool.
- Shape the Mochi: Dust a surface and your hands with cornstarch. Flatten the mochi, cut into 8 pieces. Place a banana slice in the center of each piece, wrap the mochi around it, and seal the edges.
- Coat and Chill: Roll each mochi ball in toasted shredded coconut. Chill for 10–15 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Use glutinous rice flour (mochiko) for the best texture.
- Enjoy fresh on the same day.
- Enhance with a dollop of chocolate or nut butter for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Microwaving
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 25mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
